1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (142 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 554 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (454 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
Model | 560 | Equator |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3560 mm |